Nanyang

Nanyang (南阳 Nányáng) is a city in Henan Province in China. Nanyang has a long history, beautiful mountains and rivers, and numerous cultural landscapes with profound cultural heritage and fascinating natural landscapes.

Understand
Nanyang, formerly known as Wan, is located in the southwest of Henan Province, bordering Hubei and Shaanxi provinces. It is named after its location south of Funiu Mountain and north of the Han River. Nanyang is a horseshoe-shaped basin surrounded by mountains on three sides, with an opening in the south, known as the Nanyang Basin. The city governs 10 counties, 2 districts, and 1 county-level city.

History
Nanyang has a long history. As early as four to five hundred thousand years ago, the "Nanzhao Ape Man" had been thriving and thriving in the upper reaches of the Bai River. About five or six thousand years ago, villages and houses emerged here, giving rise to handicrafts such as agriculture, animal husbandry, and pottery making. During the Western Zhou Dynasty, Nanyang belonged to Jingzhou and was called "Zhou Tu" by the Zhou people because it was located in the southern part of the Zhou Dynasty. In the early 35th year of King Zhao of Qin (272 BC), Nanyang Commandery was established. During the Spring and Autumn period and the Warring States period, Nanyang had become one of the eight major cities in China, and iron tools had already been used. There were handicrafts and commerce such as iron smelting and silk production, especially the rapid development of the copper casting industry with a high level of craftsmanship.

After the unification of the six states by Qin, the migration of unscrupulous people to Nanyang led to the gathering of wealthy and skilled merchants and artisans from the six states, promoting the economic development of Nanyang. During the Kangxi period of the Qing Dynasty, the construction industry was particularly developed, with ancient buildings such as Wuhou and Shanshan Guild Hall towering and magnificent. Nanyang was a transportation hub from Beijing to Huguang and Yunguichuan, and the land post road connected to the waterway dock, earning it the nickname of "South Ship and North Horse".

On November 4, 1948, the entire territory of Nanyang was liberated, and the rule of the Kuomintang came to an end. In March 1949, the newly established Henan Provincial Committee of the Communist Party of China decided to establish the Nanyang District Committee. In July 1994, the State Council approved the revocation of the Nanyang region and the establishment of a prefecture level Nanyang city, implementing a leadership system of cities leading counties. Nanyang entered a new historical development period.

Climate
Henan Province is located in the transitional zone between warm temperate and subtropical regions, mainly controlled by the atmospheric circulation of the westerlies. The climate characteristics of its transitional zone are obvious, with basic characteristics such as distinct four seasons, simultaneous rainfall and heat, complexity and diversity, and frequent meteorological disasters. The general characteristics are cold winter with less rain and snow, dry spring with more sandstorms, hot summer with abundant rain, and clear and sunny autumn. The average annual temperature in the province is generally between 12-16 ℃, with an average of -3-3 ℃ in January and an average of 24-29 ℃ in July. The extreme minimum temperature is -23.6 ℃, and the extreme maximum temperature is 44.2 ℃. The difference between mountains and plains is quite obvious. The annual frost free period from north to south is 189-240 days.

By train
There are two railway stations in Nanyang's main urban area:



See

 * Nanyang wuhouci (6).jpg
 * Nanyang wuhouci (6).jpg
 * Nanyang wuhouci (6).jpg
 * Nanyang wuhouci (6).jpg

Eat

 * Nanyang Sugar Roast (南阳糖火烧): This is a traditional pastry with a crispy outer layer and a sweet filling, representing one of the distinctive snacks in the Nanyang region.
 * Henan Stewed Beef (河南炖牛肉): Stewed beef in Nanyang is known for its fresh beef and unique seasoning, slow-cooked to achieve a tender and flavorful texture.

Drink
Sweet Soups (糖水): South Yang may feature traditional sweet soups, crafted with various ingredients and syrups, resulting in a variety of sweet and refreshing beverages.